Training Technician

Corteva Agriscience • Hermiston, OR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what’s next. No matter what your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – solving the world’s food problems through innovation, technology, and putting people first. We have an exciting opportunity for a Training Technician to join our organization and support both our Connell WA and Hermiston, OR locations. The successful candidate will be able to choose which location to be based out of. In this role, you will provide training to employees to ensure all have a thorough understanding of Corteva's safety and quality standards and are able to apply that learning to their daily responsibilities. You will be responsible for all aspects of the technical training requirements, including the development of new training materials, maintaining the training calendar, facilitating engaging hands-on training, and coordinating training events. VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position. Relocation assistance is not offered for this position. This role will be on site at the Corteva location.

Requirements

• You have your High School Diploma/GED.
• You have a valid US drivers license.
• You have 1 year of experience in training /facilitating/ leading a process or work team.
• You thrive on organization, setting up and continuously improving systems.
• You have a proactive work ethic and good time management skills!
• You value health and safety! You will always work safely and follow policies and procedures to ensure you and your colleagues go home safely every day.
• You value working as a team, are proactive, communicate concerns, and open to change.
• You have strong computer skills, including MS Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• You are willing and able to work a primarily day schedule but are available to conduct training sessions on different shifts, including occasional weekends and overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual skills (Spanish/English).

Responsibilities

• Determine training needs and requirements for the location on the following topics: Safety, Health & Environment, Continuous Improvement, Quality System, and Process documentation.
• Credibly lead training, communication and education efforts, with enthusiasm, and energy.
• Develop and implement hands-on, engaging training programs for employees on a variety of training subjects along with effectiveness evaluation methods and auditing processes.
• Perform related administrative duties such as writing JSAs (Job Safety Analysis) SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) & track employee training requirements.
• Ensure the completeness and maintenance of all records, documents, or reports related to training.
• Assist with preparation of reports, graphs, and presentation materials to communicate key safety statistics.
• Welcome and onboard new employees and contractors to ensure a thorough understanding of Corteva policies and procedures.
• Help conduct site tours.
• Conduct field and plant audits.
• Maintain a strong shop floor presence to build relationships with the team and work to continuously improve safety protocols.
• Reiterate and role model the importance of Corteva’s Values and Living Safely.
• Act as liaison with contract labor agencies regarding training requirements - communicate with and ensure contract agencies are training their employees on the required policies and procedures.
• Serve as back up to the location safety leader.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills
• Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place
• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment
• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays
• Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father
• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED